Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time vs Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft wins 8 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time is $0.46 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time | Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Worth It × Worth It | 75 | 74 |
| Quality | 87 | 70 |
| Value | 96 | 99 |
| Popularity | 30 | 31 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $1.80 | $2.26 |
| Steam Review Score | 85.8% positive | 85.7% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 26 | 197 |
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Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft
Side by side over time
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Details and requirements
| Item | Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time | Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | November 21, 2008 | February 13, 2024 |
| Developers | Kudosoft | Aspyr, Crystal Dynamics |
| Publishers | Ubisoft | Aspyr |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time or Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft?
Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft won the comparison against Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Prince of Persia®: The Sands of Time worth buying over Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft?
Based on the metrics, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 05:57 PM UTC